About the job
About the Role
Join Taktile, a rapidly growing Series B startup poised to dominate the automated decisioning market. We have teamed up with the Hasso Plattner Institute (HPI), a premier computer science institution in Europe, to offer an exclusive internship opportunity tailored for HPI students. This program is ideal for Computer Science students looking to acquire practical industry experience and lay the groundwork for a successful engineering career.
If you are driven, possess strong engineering fundamentals, and wish to develop your skills as a software engineer under the guidance of seasoned mentors in a dynamic startup environment, this internship is perfect for you. Come and join the next generation of IT professionals who will contribute to the evolution of distributed systems, cloud computing, and scalable digital products.
What You'll Do
Contribute to backend development using Python / FastAPI, hosted on AWS serverless architecture, or enhance React/TypeScript front-end components— or both!
Actively participate in team rituals including daily syncs, planning sessions, demos, and technical deep-dives.
Accelerate your personal growth and career by learning from our experienced team, contributing to core product features, and engaging in cross-team learning initiatives.
Build relevant experience early in your career and enjoy the satisfaction of delivering value quickly.
Requirements:
Taktile operates as a hybrid company, requiring 3 days of in-office work at our Berlin headquarters.
Fluency in English, both spoken and written, is essential for effective communication in our remote-friendly environment.
Strong engineering principles with a focus on clarity and precision.
Required Experience
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program at the Hasso Plattner Institute (HPI).
Solid understanding of Computer Science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, networking, distributed systems, and databases.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with AWS is a plus, but not mandatory.

